Milwaukee County officials are grappling with a $19 million deficit.
The county board reviewed the financial situation last week and found the biggest contributor to the deficit is the sheriff’s office.
Staffing shortages have led to increased overtime in both the county jail and court system.
County officials say hiring more guards and deputies is the only solution.
Despite a sales tax increase at the beginning of the year, lower consumer spending means the tax revenue is not meeting expectations.
